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Reliant Scimitar

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 2 model years from 77 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

82%

Total Tests

77

Model Years

1990 to 1993

Years Covered

2

About the Reliant Scimitar

The Reliant Scimitar was MOT tested 77 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 2 model years (1990 to 1993), with an average pass rate of 82%. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list petrol versions.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (1990) averages 61,463 miles, while the newest (1993) averages 54,399 miles.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1392cc)
£1,398
Road Tax
£230
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs

Higher due to low pass rate

£500
Total per year£2,183
Per month£182/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 1993 details

How reliable is the Reliant Scimitar?

vs average of all models+0% (82% avg)
vs Reliant brand average+3% (79% avg)

Reliant Scimitar by Year

Click any year to see detailed running costs, reliability data, and comparisons with similar cars.

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
199373%4454,399 mi
199091%3361,463 mi

Questions about the Reliant Scimitar

Is the Reliant Scimitar reliable?

Across its 2 model years in our data (1990 to 1993), the Reliant Scimitar averages an 82% MOT pass rate, from 77 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's level with the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

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